Teaching Staff Vacancies Filled at Acton School Board
The Acton School Board reports all vacancies filled across Continuation and Public Schools after several meetings. Gordier becomes Continuation principal at 2000 dollars with Barber and Carton as assistants at 1600 each. In Public School, Ritchie Brock and Michel take grade two four and six positions at 1100 annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
George A. Gordier
Thornbury
Jean Barber
Manitowaning
W. R. Carton
Rockwood
Mrs. W Wolfe Speaks On Interior Decoration At Arts Meeting
The Arts and Crafts Co operative held its third meeting of the year at Mrs Bodkin's Georgetown home with 18 members and 10 guests present. guest speaker Mrs Helen Wolfe discussed basic architectural principles and color unity in decorating a home. Tea and planning for future work followed, with a picnic invitation from Miss Pearl Smith for June 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Arts and Crafts Co-operative
Bodkin
Georgetown
Moyer
Milne
Toronto
Helen Wolfe
W. J. Beatty
Miss Pearl Smith
Y M C A Members Enjoyed Visit to Guelph Pool
Y's Men’s Club hosted a party for Acton Y M C A youths aged 15 to 18 at the Guelph club. About twenty participated enjoying swimming and refreshments before returning home around 11 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guelph Pool
Acton Y
C. C. F. selects a candidate at Milton convention
A Halton County CCF convention in Milton on May 26 selected Carlyle C. Browne of Burlington as its Federal candidate from four nominees Ken Alton Robert Duncan Cecil Millward. The event drew MP for Hamilton Centre Robert Thornbury and Wentworth candidate Jack O Hanley who critiqued insurance protections while Browne received a lively audience after the ballot count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton County
C.C.F
Milton
Ken. Alton
Freeman
Robert Duncan
Oakville
Cecil Millward
Burlington
Carlyle C. Browne
Mr. Browne
B.C.M
Robert Thornbury
Hamilton Centre
Jack O'Hanley
Wentworth County
Mr. O'Hanley
Thornbury
Hamilton
Sister Pins On Wings For Norton Graduation
Howard A. Norton graduated from No. 10 A. O. S. Chatham in New Brunswick. His father and sister Marjorie attended the ceremony, and Marjorie pinned the wings on her brother. Photo by courtesy of the ILCAF.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard A. Norton
No. 10
A. O. S. Chatham, N.B
Marjorie
Marijorie
Photo II
ILCAF
Fines in Milton Police Court Include Property Damage
In Milton yesterday, George Bourque of Acton was fined 30 dollars and costs for destroying property by breaking two glass panes at Beardmore Company plant during a dispute. James Brydon paid 10 dollars and costs for possessing trout under a seven inch length. Gordon Matthews faced charges by Mrs. Jennings for letting a dog run at large. 2 dollars and costs. Magistrate Woodlife presided, Chief Harrold of Arton laid the charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
George Bourque
Acton
Beardmore Company
Bourque
James Brydon
Zeven
Gordon Matthews
Game Wanden
Guelph
Eramosa Folks Honor Couple With Presentation
About 60 neighbors gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs William West in Eramosa to honor Rae West and his bride Velma Blair of Acton. Albert Gray called Rae and his bride forward while Gordon Gray read an address. Douglas Forsyth and Stewart Allan presented a floor lamp and smoker to the couple. Ray replied politely. A lunch was served and the remainder of the evening was spent dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William West
Sth
Une
Eramosa
Rae West
Velma Blair
Acton
Albert Gray
Rae
Gordon Gray
Douglas Forsyth
Stewart Allan
Ray
Uunch
Halton Communities Organize to Supply Farm Labor
Halton communities plan to supply emergency farm labor during haying and harvest in three urban municipalities. Agricultural Representative J EB Whitelock led a meeting in Milton with urban reeves and farm leaders. Officials say crop prospects are excellent while labor is scarce and urban residents are urged to participate to aid harvest and haying. Further details on headquarters rates and transportation are to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural
Whitelock
Agricultural Representative
Milton
Acton Faces Postwar Housing Shortage Editorial
A front page editorial argues Acton faces a severe postwar housing crisis as industries stay open and workers flood local demand. It urges fifty new homes this year and municipal service expansion, urging residents to take initiative to plan affordable housing. Local employers and wage levels are noted as shaping housing possibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estriva
Neardmere and Co
Exia
Acton
Srcau
Poverssents
Closing meeting of district Young Peoples groups
A large turnout from local churches attended the closing meeting of the Union Young People’s Services at Hilliburgh Baptist Church on May 28. Lloyd Burt welcomed guests, with prayer led by Harris and a responsive season by Burt Awrey. Miss Marjorie Skilton, from Guelph, sang In the Garden. Hilliburgh male quartet performed In Galilee. Esther Taylor of Acton read the verse. Chas Landsborough played The Stranger of Gal New, Rae spoke on his China work with two films shown. Lunch and hymns followed in the church basement, ending a memorable evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Young People’s
Hilleburg Baptlst
Lloyd Burt
Hillsbury B. Y. P
Landsborough
Acton
Gal- New
Rae
China
Donald Matheson
Aing Wong
Miss Akitt
Friendly Circle Meeting Includes Reading Debate and Picnic Plans
The United Church Friendly Circle held a Wednesday session with a contest won by Mrs. G. McKenzie and an informative reading on child care by Miss Bennett. A lively debate on Live Alone and Like It by Mrs Richardson and Irma Wilderspin followed, with plans for a June 28 park picnic and a fall bazaar and a treasure hunt adding merriment. Lunch was served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendly Circle of the United Church
G. McKenzie
Bennett
Mra D. Richardson
Irma Wilderspin
Leave Requests From Four Years Overseas Reach Acton News
Letters from Italy recount soldiers seeking short home leaves after four plus years overseas. Readers thank locals for chocolates and news, while servicemen describe malaria precautions, warm regard for home support, and appreciation for parcels and cigarettes from Acton residents and groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton and Vicinity
War Service League
Piper B. McVey
Italy
Acton
Harold Hobeen
Lindsay
Force Electric
Walter Lamb
Usi
Jim
Bolls
Tpr
J. McHugh
Joe
Sonny) Jacque
Bolumn
N. Gibson
Gur
G. C. Wallace
EB. W. Colez
F. O. FE
McHeown
Cpl
W. Simpson
F. O
G. Turner
Spr
P. Binnie
W. C.rice
F.C. French
Ross Swackhamer
Junior Farmers and Institute Close Season Meeting
The Acton Junior Farmers and Junior Institute held their last regular meeting at the Lorne School on Thursday May 25. It featured a pie and ice cream social, a talk by Mrs. Alex Nonr on the Women’s Institute, a weed talk by Gordon Lewise, readings, music, a rhythm band, and a humorous stump debate on whether a wheelbarrow is more valuable than a wife. The meeting ended with the National Anthem, refreshments, and dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Junior Farmers and Junior Institute
Lorne
Alex. Nonr
Ynstitute
Gordon Lewise
Margaret McPhail
Reading
Howard Switzer
Lillian
Nehard
Harry Shortill
Harvey Kirkwood
Elwood Johnston
Mansell
Nellis
Melvin McCullough
Gordon Les Ye
Lois Watson
Davidson
Gorton Sealle
Truck Stolen in Acton Recovered Next Day
Massey’s Meat Market truck was stolen Friday night in Acton and found undamaged Saturday morning in Acton Bay, with police notified. A tool house at the C N R was entered and tools removed that could open a safe. Tools are missing. same gang appears active in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massey
Acton
Harrop
Mason
Milton
Softball League Sets Park Schedule For Summer
A softball meeting of the YY M.C.A. with Canadian Wool Beardmore and Co and town officials elected officers led by President William Talbot and set a Monday Thursday schedule. Play begins June 5 with Town versus Tannery and continues through July 12 with Town against Canadian Wool in the park league.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YY. M.C. A
Canadian Wool
Beardmore and Co
Wm.Talbot
J. H. Boulton
Ed. Ryder
Town Va
Tannery
Simpson Family Reunion Held At Acton Home
The Simpson family gathered at the Acton home of Mr. and Mrs. Yvan Warrid on May 24 1944 for a reunion. Attendees included James Simpson Tottenham Thos Wannop Manville Alta Rev and Mrs George T Simpson Gold worth Donald and Betty Marle Mount Hope James Harvey and Mrs Simpson Orillia Yvan Harris Mabel and Frieda Harris Acton John Simpson and James Jr Orillia Mrs D J Breithaupten Loulke Kitchener Mrs R J Wallace Acton Mrs Eliza Rous Hamilton fir Mrs Harlan Wilson and Lois Campbellville. Absent were Floyd Wannop Home Guard Roy overseas and others. The gathering marked the first time in 25 years with a pleasant afternoon and buffet luncheon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simpson
Yvan Warrid
Acton
James Simpson
Tottenham
Mra
Thos. Wannop
Manville
Alta
George T. Simpson
Goldworth
Donald
Betty Marle
Mount Hope
James Harvey
Mra. Simpson
Yvan Harris
Mabel
Frieda Harris
John Simpson
James Jr
Orlllla
D. J. Breithaupten Loulke
Kitchener
R. J. Wallace
Eliza Rous
Hamilton Fir
Harlan Wilson
Lois
Campbellville
Floyd Wannop
Home Guard
Roy
James
Yrone
D. J. Broithoupt
Thile
Officers Elected For Acton Lawn Bowling and Tennis Club
At the annual meeting on Monday evening Acton Lawn Bowling and Tennis Club elected officers for the year Hon. Presidente Col Beardmore S J Bennett W J Gould President J M McDonald Vice-president S M Lasby Secretary treasurer Miss Alice Mc Callum Chairman Bowling David Richardson Chalmady Tennis Miss Darla Wilson The greens and tennis courts are snow and in full use and members expect a strong season for outdoor sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Lawn Bowling and Tennis Club
Col. Beardmore
S. J. Bennett
W. J. Gould
J. M. McDonald
S. M. Lasby
Alice McCallum
David Richardson
Chalmady
Darla Wilson
Acton Industry Exceeds Quota in Sixth Victory Loan
Ar maco Company from Acton joins fellow industries in surpassing quotas. Local employees subscribed about 150 percent of the target in the Sixth Victory Loan drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armaco Company
Soldier Gordon Lovell Wounded in Italy
Word reached Acton on Sunday evening that Pte. Gordon Lovell was wounded in action in Italy. He was wounded May 23 and is with the 48th Highlanders after sailing overseas in June 1941 with the Lome Scots. The Lovell brothers once ran Lovell Bros. Meat Market. Thelma Gibbons resides with Mrs. Cecil Gibbons in Acton while the family hopes for good news on his recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. G. Lovell
Acton
Italy
Meg
John Lovell
John W. Lovell
Gordon Lovell
Gordon
England
Leonard
Lovell Bros
Thelma
Cecil Gibbons
Monkey Attacks Woman in Exmouth. Monkey Destroyed
Mrs. Charten Pannell of Exmouth Devon was attacked by her brother's eight year old monkey after it broke its chain. She was hospitalized with arm injuries. The monkey was destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exmouth
England
Mra Charten Pannell
Devon
Royal Marines
Pannell
Community events and fundraisers listed for early June
Coming events include Euchre at Brookville Hall on June 6 under the Federation of Agriculture and a play by Ballinafad Young People at Greenock School on June 5. Red Cross fundraiser dance at Greenock Hall and a Shirley Elliott Town Hall recital on June 7 feature 30 pupils in costumes. Admission 35c adults 20c children. Proceeds to Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brookville Hall
The
Federation of Agriculture
Ballinafad
Greenock School
Launcires of
Greenock Red Cross ‘Group
Admirasion
Red Cross
Shirley Elliott
Town Hall
Acton
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W. Wolfe
Arts and Crafts
C. C.F
Eramosa Folks
Halton
Junior Farmers Junior Institute
Canadiana
Switzer — Geeson
Edmonton
Alberta
St. Stephen's College Chapel
Gladys Elaine Geeson
John R. Geeson
Holden
George Guinn Switzer
G. H. Switzer
Ont
Mr. Switzer
R. Geeson
Mica Jean Cramer
Clarksholm
Currie W. Hawkins
Ottawa
Mra. A. J. Hogue
Calgary
Slater
Alguing
Dorothy Geeson
R. W. Bradley
Cpo
Hawkins
Bradley
Geeson
Banff
Mrs. Switzer
Monhkew
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